How to Pronounce "barmy"
word
ˈbɑː.mi
BAR-mee
bˈɑːmi
BAH-mee
Definition
If something or someone is barmy, they are silly, crazy, or very foolish. Often used informally and sometimes humorously to describe unusual or eccentric behavior.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbɑː.mi
British English
bˈɑːmi
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BAR-mee
UK
BAH-mee
Listen in Context
That idea is absolutely barmy.
My brother did something barmy yesterday.
It's barmy to go swimming in this cold weather.
You'd have to be barmy to try that stunt!